A charity whose shop was torched by an arsonist is “back on its feet” and satisfied with the conclusion of the case.

Shane Maddocks, 44, of New Station Road in Fishponds, was convicted of burglary and arson being reckless as to whether life was endangered after going into CLIC Sargent and setting fire to it in November 2016.

Yesterday (February 26, 2018) the recorder Mr Simon Foster jailed Maddocks for six and a half years.

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"CLIC Sargent's vital work to support children and young people with cancer is funded entirely on public donations, so we can’t thank the Bristol Post and its generous readers enough, who rallied round for us in our time of need, helping us to raise thousands through our Fishponds Fire appeal.

“Thanks to this amazing community spirit and lots of hard work from staff and dedicated volunteers, the shop is getting back on its feet and we hope local people will continue to support our cause."